barbara5452 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Well I went for my follow of the Ct from last week, and I need help in getting my fighting gloves on. Right now Im at a standstill. Report impression: Right mediastinal mass is new from prior study dated 9-4-04 and is most compatible with metastic disease. There are calcified lymph nodes in the hilar regions and a new noncalcified mass seen in mediastinum posterior to the superior vena cava. The mass measures 4.1 x 3.0 cm. Dr says he will schedule PET scan and needle biopsy if speciman cannot be obtained from needle biopsy I will have to have surgery. Lungs clear on CT, Dr says whatever type it is it appears early. Im not so sure it wasnt there this past July. Stayed home from work today cant face the world yet, Im shaking all over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raneyf Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 I'm sorry you got these results. I'll pray that you are able to fight this disease again and have another success. Raney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear this, Barbara. You're a strong woman, though, and no matter what the upcoming tests reveal, you'll be able to fight, fight, fight when the time comes. In the meantime, a controlled freak-out is perfectly ok. Sending you big cyber hugs. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyma Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Hi Sorry your ct scan results weren't that great. Be strong and positive - you got through it before you can get through it again! Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Take courage. You have a lot of support here. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Prayers coming your way. Continue to fight the beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Can't say it any better than *our* Katie did... Just know that we are all praying for you and that you can do whatever it takes. Major hugs, Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bware21 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Hey Barbara, Sometimes you've just gotta crash out and take some time for yourself ... but don't allow those negative emotions to get the better of you. Heck, I just read the latest post in the SCLC section that some nitwit just posted -- and trust me, if you've got SCLC it's not a great read. The fact is, Barbara, the biggest battle with all of this is the battle that rages in the mind. It doesn't matter if you've got SCLC, NSCLC, Stage I, Stage IV or Stage MCXIX -- the emotional battle is nonetheless brutal. But isn't that what makes you special? I mean, you've already shown that you're a survivor ... and you'll jolly well continue to survive because that's who you are. I send a beam of brilliant light your way. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 I hate to hear ANYONE needs to be here...but I also hate to hear when it runs folks through the emotional ringer. I don't know if religion is your bag or not...but maybe someone to pray with like a pastor...pray for the strength to move forward and for healing...and regard that as your first step... If not, is there a social worker at the hospital? Maybe they can help you get siked up for the fight? Finally, know we are all in your corner and really send prayers and thoughts of strength to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Sending prayers from under the carolina Skies tonite. Big hugs and grab your Fave blanket and throp it in the Dryer for about 15 minutes. Wrap in one warm blanket and repeat as neccesary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 (((Barbara))), I read and reread your profile. I see NED mentioned over and over again. Now you will saddle up.....do what you need to do......and add more NED to that profile. Just sorry you gotta do it. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 I am really sorry Barbara that you may have to deal with the disease and treatment again. I remember how disheartened I was at my second cancer. It did get better though as I focused on my treatment. Anyway, you don't have proof that it is cancer yet. Let us know what the PET scan says. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Barbara, I'm sorry. You have a right to your emotion. And I know after that, you'll be back in the fight. You have already demonstrated the ability to beat it. I'm just sorry you need to do it again. Best wishes. Msry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Hi Barb, I am so sorry that after 2 years of NED you have to go through this again. But life throws these curves and you have to like you say, put those boxing gloves on and face round one. You can do this, as we can NEVER let this monster gets it way. You will fight again and you will win! We are here to help you through this. Please feel better, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze100 Posted January 13, 2007 Share Posted January 13, 2007 Hi Barbara, I noticed you have PET and biopsy scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday. I'm having PET on Tuesday too. I'll be thinking of you Tuesday when I get my PET. I'll pray for both of us "Barbara's". Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 I am praying for you that you have the strength to fight and win the battle against this awful disease. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonni Posted January 16, 2007 Share Posted January 16, 2007 Barb...you can do it...you can do it...you did it before and you will do it again...sounds like an early one...that's a great sign....Stay strong and know that we will all be praying for you... love to all my friends...PamS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted January 16, 2007 Share Posted January 16, 2007 Barbara, I am sorry you have to face this all over again when you were getting such glowing reports. Let us know how you are doing when all the facts are found. You are a survivor and you can stay a survivor for a long time to come. Keeping you in my thoughts. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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